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The powerful pain medication that’s all in your head

Posted: September 28, 2019

These days, we know enough about the human brain to realise… we don’t know much at all. Every year, neuroscientists discover new and amazing things about that complex cauliflower upstairs, yet our knowledge of the brain remains in its infancy. What we do know, is that we vastly underestimate its power – especially when it […]

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5 ways to do self care, for men!

Posted: September 19, 2019

How many dudes do you know who make time for ‘self care’? Who run a bubble bath at the end of a long, tough day, or book themselves in for remedial massage – just ‘cos? Not many, probably. While primping and pampering aren’t typically ‘masculine’ activities (and marketing has a lot to answer for), men […]

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Longevity lessons from the world’s oldest people

Posted: August 7, 2019

Trailing from the southern tip of Japan are a string of tiny islands; some inhabited, others wild. These islands are distinctly tropical, fringed by coral reefs and a bright blue sea. Think white sand, hawiian shirts and seafood thrice daily.  Welcome to Okinawa Prefecture.  Markedly different from mainland Japan, Okinawa or Ryūkyū’ (琉球) has drawn […]

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Six surprising cooking tips for extra winter nutrition

Posted: July 15, 2019

Today, many people are confused about what to eat. With so many diets, programs, and philosophies flying around, it’s understandable. Culinary traditions, passed down through generations, have taken a backseat to what’s cheap or convenient, and much nutritional wisdom has been lost.  At Spinecare, we want to provide holistic, whole-person support for better health – […]

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Get happy for health

The incredible science of happiness for better immunity

Posted: June 17, 2019

What’s something you really love to do? Maybe you’re into craft or pottery, surfing or paragliding, teaching your kids about the natural world, or reading in the garden. Whatever makes you happy, the good news is – it’ll do the same for your immune system. Not so long ago, people would have laughed at the […]

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Walk your way to better spinal health

These small steps lead to a strong and healthy spine

Posted: May 13, 2019

[It’s Spinal Health Week! From May 20 – 26 we’re putting your spine on a pedestal, celebrating its vital role in health and wellbeing. Today we pay tribute to the simple act of walking, sharing the many benefits it brings to the spine and nervous system – and how to make it a daily habit you’ll […]

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Hop off the diet treadmill

The only food rule you need this Easter

Posted: April 15, 2019

Are you dreading Easter? Surrounded by all that sugar and cocoa and brightly-coloured candy, designed to attract the human eye? For anyone on a diet, Easter can feel like one big temptation, waiting to derail all your hard work and healthy habits. Even worse, it may seem like you have only two choices: either say […]

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Are you in one of these three high-risk injury groups?

Posted: March 18, 2019

If slapstick comedy has taught us anything, it’s that slipping on a banana peel can have serious consequences. Accidents happen. Life is risky. But for athletes and people who love sport, there’s a greater chance you might hurt yourself; especially if you’re in one of the below categories. Kids & adolescents Kids and young people […]

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Kids hydration

Creative hydration for kids: eight delicious drink ideas

Posted: February 18, 2019

There are heaps of things kids turn their noses up at. Unless you’ve got a super-cultured four-year-old, there’s slim chance that olives, mushrooms, pickles, broccoli, stinky fish, stinky cheese, dark chocolate or sauerkraut will make the menu. (But here are 33 foods that will.) Sometimes even water proves unpalatable, seen as the tasteless and boooo-riiiing […]

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25 epic questions to ask yourself this December

Posted: December 22, 2018

Perhaps it’s the twinkling Christmas decos, or the sound of carols on the breeze – whatever the reason, this time of year always feels a little magical. And with this magic comes a desire to reflect; basking in the glow of the fairy lights or taking a post-lunch siesta is the perfect opportunity to look […]

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Healthy Habits start here

Five genius ways to outsmart bad habits

Posted: November 20, 2018

Have you ever tried to break a bad habit? Coffee, smoking, addiction to Instagram. What about create a good habit? Start exercising, eat more vegetables, floss. If you’re a human interested in health, chances are you have. And how did you go? It’s no secret; changing habits is hard – even for the steeliest and […]

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How to Lose Weight for Summer [Adelaide Video]

How to Lose Weight for Summer [Adelaide Video]

Posted: November 1, 2018

Summary; As the weather starts warming up and the winter jackets and jumpers get put away we start getting a recurring question from our patients: how can I lose weight and look good for summer The two main ways to lose weight are (1) to watch your diet and make sure you’re eating healthily and […]

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Kicking back pain with kindness

Rethinking back pain. Do you really need surgery?

Posted: October 15, 2018

What can cut, burn and double you over? Back pain. Have you experienced it? Felt that debilitating tightness and spasm that stops you in your tracks? Perhaps you’re battling back pain right now. If so, you’re not alone – 85% of the Australian population can say the same. The good news is, this article will […]

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Celebrate World Spine Day With Us [Adelaide Video]

Celebrate World Spine Day With Us [Adelaide Video]

Posted: October 1, 2018

Summary; World Spine Day started in 2012 and happens every year on October 16th. It is supported by the World Federation of Chiropractic and the Chiropractors Association of Australia It’s a really big day for Chiropractors and we always celebrate it here in Adelaide at all the Spinecare Chiropractic practices The theme for World Spine […]

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